AdeptEPR AI: Artificial Intelligence to Address and Comply with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
January 27,2026
Category: News, Packaging Development, Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability
In a world where every company seems to be building an "AI solution", the packaging industry deserves something more than generic tools and speculative outputs. Brands need trusted guidance rooted in real-world expertise, especially when it comes to navigating the expanding complexity of packaging regulations like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), eco-modulation, and global compliance.
This is where AdeptEPR AI stands apart.
At Adept Group, we took a different path. We didn't seek to build another generic EPR or AI tool, but instead, learned from many of our 300 clients about their dissatisfaction with EPR systems currently on the market that lacked packaging expertise and software capability to drive meaningful support. Addressing these needs, AdeptEPR AI is built with the deep expertise of packaging software and AI engineers to provide an innovative EPR compliance, optimization, and automation platform. And the industry is taking notice: AdeptEPR AI was recently recognized as a Cool Vendor in the 2025 Gartner® Cool Vendors™ in AI and Data Tools for Packaging EPR Reports; a testament to its relevancy and impact.
Most AI tools are trained on broad datasets that mix opinion, commentary, and surface-level content. They can be helpful for general conversation; but when your objective is accurate interpretations of official regulations, standards, and compliance pathways? You need something grounded in technical authority and industry know-how.
AdeptEPR AI was engineered by packaging experts; Packaging engineers who live and breathe these regulations, materials, and systems every day.
That means it's not just "another AI chatbot". It's a domain-specific intelligence that:
With AdeptEPR AI, that changes.
This isn't guesswork. This is precision built on official regulatory frameworks; the same sources packaging professionals consult when developing compliance strategies, preparing submissions, or advising cross-functional teams.
Because it's developed by people who understand how packaging business decisions are made, AdeptEPR AI delivers value at every level:
At Adept, we saw the future of AI in packaging requiring three critical elements:
We're honored by the recognition this work has relieved, but we're not stopping here.
Our commitment is to continuously advance how AI serves the packaging industry:
AdeptEPR AI is not just another AI tool in the marketplace. It's a purpose-built platform, engineered by packaging experts and validated by industry research like Gartner's Cool Vendors report.
If you're navigating the complexity of today's packaging laws and looking for an AI that delivers verified insight, verified sources, and measurable outcomes. AdeptEPR AI represents the next evolution of compliance intelligence, built for the real world.
To find out more or schedule a demo, reach out to us today: inquiry@adeptpackaging.com.
Authors:
Prateek Lal, CEO and Founder
Warren Smith, EPR Product & Technology Lead
Stephanie Byrne, Senior Marketing Managers
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This is where AdeptEPR AI stands apart.
At Adept Group, we took a different path. We didn't seek to build another generic EPR or AI tool, but instead, learned from many of our 300 clients about their dissatisfaction with EPR systems currently on the market that lacked packaging expertise and software capability to drive meaningful support. Addressing these needs, AdeptEPR AI is built with the deep expertise of packaging software and AI engineers to provide an innovative EPR compliance, optimization, and automation platform. And the industry is taking notice: AdeptEPR AI was recently recognized as a Cool Vendor in the 2025 Gartner® Cool Vendors™ in AI and Data Tools for Packaging EPR Reports; a testament to its relevancy and impact.
Why AdeptEPR AI is Different
Most AI tools are trained on broad datasets that mix opinion, commentary, and surface-level content. They can be helpful for general conversation; but when your objective is accurate interpretations of official regulations, standards, and compliance pathways? You need something grounded in technical authority and industry know-how. AdeptEPR AI was engineered by packaging experts; Packaging engineers who live and breathe these regulations, materials, and systems every day.
That means it's not just "another AI chatbot". It's a domain-specific intelligence that:
- Leverages official documents and regulatory texts, not just opinion pieces or surface summaries.
- Applies engineer-level understanding to interpret and explain complex EPR programs around the world.
- Offers insights that are actionable for practitioners, from regulatory to strategy and reporting to material selection and compliance readiness.
Engineered for Accuracy, Not Approximation
In our work supporting global brands across food & beverage, CPG, retail, and industrial packaging, we saw a critical gap: tools that claimed to help with regulatory compliance but lacked traceable sources and expert validation.With AdeptEPR AI, that changes.
This isn't guesswork. This is precision built on official regulatory frameworks; the same sources packaging professionals consult when developing compliance strategies, preparing submissions, or advising cross-functional teams.
Benefits for Engineers, Operators, and Business Leaders
Because it's developed by people who understand how packaging business decisions are made, AdeptEPR AI delivers value at every level: - For Packaging Engineers: Get clear interpretations of regulatory requirements that relate directly to materials, processes, and design decisions.
- For Compliance and Regulatory Teams: Access explanations linked to official documentation that support audit readiness and reporting accuracy.
- For Supply Chain and Procurement: Understand how EPR obligations influence supplier choices, materials sourcing, and overall program risk.
- For Business Leaders: Move beyond high-level summaries to insights that inform real strategy, with confidence in the source and relevance.
Reliable Insights in an Uncertain AI Landscape
There's no shortage of AI tools competing for attention, and not all are created equal. Many prioritize engagement, opinions, or surface-level knowledge instead of verified expertise.At Adept, we saw the future of AI in packaging requiring three critical elements:
- Domain expertise built in, not bolted on. AI should reflect the knowledge of people who actually practice in the field.
- Transparency of source. When you're making compliance decisions, you need traceability, not guesswork.
- Forward-thinking adaptability. Regulatory environments evolve rapidly; tools should evolve with them.
Adepts Vision: Responsible Innovation with Real Impact
We're honored by the recognition this work has relieved, but we're not stopping here. Our commitment is to continuously advance how AI serves the packaging industry:
- Anticipating regulatory trends
- Integrating deeper technical guidance
- Empowering professionals with tools they can trust
Conclusion
AdeptEPR AI is not just another AI tool in the marketplace. It's a purpose-built platform, engineered by packaging experts and validated by industry research like Gartner's Cool Vendors report. If you're navigating the complexity of today's packaging laws and looking for an AI that delivers verified insight, verified sources, and measurable outcomes. AdeptEPR AI represents the next evolution of compliance intelligence, built for the real world.
To find out more or schedule a demo, reach out to us today: inquiry@adeptpackaging.com.
Authors:
Prateek Lal, CEO and Founder
Warren Smith, EPR Product & Technology Lead
Stephanie Byrne, Senior Marketing Managers
GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark, and COOL VENDORS is a trademark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates, used herein with permission. All rights reserved. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.